Special Education Needs Lead Tutor

Mr James

About Me

I was born in the United Kingdom to parents from SE Asia . My professional life in SE Asia was spent with British High Commission and the British Council which spanned Malaysia and Singapore as well as an Educational consultant and tutor. Growing up between these countries also gave me a deep appreciation for education, cultural diversity, and the powerful role of language in shaping opportunity.

My teaching career "officially" began in Singapore and Malaysia, where I worked as a tutor before becoming Head of English at one of Singapore’s leading tuition centres. Over the years, I specialised in teaching PSLE English, O-Level English, and General Paper, creating a distinctive teaching style that blended exam skill mastery with creative communication and mentoring.

I had the privilege of working with students from Singapore’s top schools, including Raffles Girls’ Primary, Nanyang Primary, Henry Park Primary, Tao Nan School, Ai Tong School, Raffles Institution, Hwa Chong Institution, Anglo-Chinese School (Independent), National Junior College (IP), and Singapore Chinese Girls’ School.

My lessons go beyond textbooks—embedding pronunciation and accent coaching, vocabulary development, oral examinations practice, and creative writing. I have always believed that English is not only an academic subject but a life skill that empowers children to express themselves with clarity and confidence.

On returning to the UK, I saw how many learners with additional needs were being left behind. This drove me to specialise and qualify in Special Educational Needs (SEN), building on my experience with the Singapore, Malaysian, and UK curriculums. My work places a strong emphasis on neurodiversity, particularly supporting learners with ADHD and autism spectrum conditions (ASC). I have successfully mentored both diagnosed and undiagnosed learners, coaching them to move from simple passes to achieving strong A grades at IGCSE and GCSE level across Asia and the UK. I typically see an average improvement of two grades, given time , for neurodivergent learners.

I also work closely with international schools, supporting SEN departments with tailored interventions and ensuring each child receives an individualised learning plan that reflects both their challenges and their strengths as well as bespoke learning using executive functioning principles , underpinned by reasearch.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• BA Education UK : Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)

• PG Cert Education Creative Teaching and Learning Design UK: Education and Learning Design

• Post Graduate Diploma : London College of Teachers (Research: How children in SE Asia acquire language)

• Former Deputy Principal: Private SEN Provision School, UK

• English Dept Lead: PSLE and GCE O-Level, Singapore

• Author: Published books for children with learning difficulties covering literacy and confidence-building

Specialised Support Areas

• Anxiety Support: Creating safe, structured environments to build self-esteem and resilience.

• Autism / ASC Support: Communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation strategies.

• Dyslexia Support: Targeted techniques for reading fluency, spelling, and structured writing.

• ADHD / ADD Support: Enhancing focus, organisation, and self-regulation.

• Working Memory & Processing: Techniques for retaining and applying knowledge effectively.

• Behavioural & PDA Support: Empathy-led approaches to reduce resistance and anxiety-driven behaviours.

Exam & Curriculum Focus

• English (PSLE, O-Level, GCSE, IGCSE, General Paper)

• SEN-Adapted Exam Programmes and access arrangements

• Pronunciation & Accent Training

• Creative Writing & Vocabulary Mastery

Why Parents Choose Me ?

• Proven Results: Moving students from passes to A grades in GCSE and IGCSE English; for neurodivergent learners, an average improvement of two grades.

• International Expertise: Best practices from the Singapore, Malaysian, and UK curriculums.

• Tailored SEN Support: Specialist coverage for dyslexia, ADHD, autism, anxiety and PDA.

• Holistic Mentoring: Building exam skills alongside confidence, social growth and employability.

• Trusted by Parents & Schools: Experienced in delivering CPD and in-school consultancy.

SEN Specialist Consultant : SEN Tutor, Special Education Mentor & Learning Designer

Email: info@senspecialists.org

Services

I provide highly personalised teaching, mentoring and learning-design services for students across mainstream and international curriculums. My work is rooted in SEN expertise and neurodiversity awareness, ensuring every child receives the strategies they need to thrive academically and socially by removing barriers to learning and interventions underpinned by reasearch and methodology.

• Bespoke SEN-adapted tuition and one-to-one mentoring

• Individualised learning plans & progress tracking

• Exam preparation (PSLE, O-Level, IGCSE, GCSE)

• Learning Designer: bespoke, tailor-made programmes for GCSE and A-level (curriculum adaptation, resources, personalised schemes of work)

• Teacher CPD and classroom strategies

• In-class Learning Support / shadow teacher provision

• Remote parent coaching and progress reviews

UNIVERSITY ADVICE & CAREER SUPPORT

• University adviser for British universities: UCAS application guidance, personal statement support, and interview technique coaching.

• Experience working with applicants targeting Russell Group and other top-tier universities.

• Support arranging internships, preparing job applications, and one-to-one interview coaching to improve employability and progression to higher education.

CONTACT

With James’s tailored lessons in English Literature, my daughter was able to understand complex texts and write essays that truly stood out despite having Special Needs and memory retention issues - cannot thank him enough - game changer!

Michael

Parent , Pattaya Thailand

James’s personalised approach to English Language helped my daughter, Emily, improve her writing skills and express her ideas more clearly.

Laura

Parent of Emily, Singapore

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Testimonials

James - Tutor and Mentor

Thanks James enjoyed your methods and support in English . I will keep in touch for A levels

Sophie

Student, Malayasia

James’s bespoke resources and patient teaching style made English Language enjoyable and accessible for my son, Daniel.

Fatima

Parent of Daniel, Dubai, UAE

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With James’s guidance and support, I developed better study habits and a clearer path toward my goals.

Michael

Student, Toronto, Canada

James’s mentoring gave my daughter, Emily, the confidence and motivation she needed to excel academically and personally in her GCSEs and to progress to an apprenticeship.

Laura

Parent of Emily, Leicester UK

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James - Mentoring

Thanks to James’s mentoring, I feel more confident in managing my time and tackling difficult subjects.

Sophie

Student, Sydney, Australia

James’s personalised mentoring helped my son, Daniel, stay focused and overcome challenges throughout the school year.

Fatima

Parent of Daniel, Dubai, UAE

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Thanks to James’s tailored support, my daughter Mia, who is on the autism spectrum, has gained confidence and improved her social and academic skills significantly.

David

Parent of Mia, Sydney, Australia

James’s mentoring has been a lifeline for my son, Ethan, who has ADHD. His personalised coaching helped Ethan develop strategies to manage his focus and stay motivated in school.

Rachel

Parent of Ethan, Birmingham, UK

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James - Autism and ADHD Mentoring and Coaching

With James’s expert guidance, my daughter Zara learned practical executive functioning techniques that have made a huge difference in her daily school routine.

Fatimah

Parent of Zara, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

James’s coaching on executive functioning skills transformed how my son, Noah, approaches his studies. He’s now more organised, manages his time better, and feels less overwhelmed.

Amina

Parent of Noah, Dubai, UAE

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Thanks to James’s coaching, I’ve improved my social skills and feel more comfortable participating in class despite being on the autism spectrum.

Mia

Student, Sydney, Australia

James’s mentoring helped me understand my ADHD better and taught me ways to stay focused during lessons. I feel more confident now.

Ethan

Student, Birmingham, UK

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Testimonials

James - Autism and ADHD Mentoring and Coaching (Student)

The executive functioning strategies James taught me have helped me manage my schoolwork and daily routine much better.

Zara

Student, Kota Kinabalu , Malaysia

James showed me how to organise my time and break down tasks, which has made studying much less stressful.

Noah

Student, Dubai, UAE

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The free consultation with James was incredibly thorough and insightful. His report helped us understand our daughter’s needs better, and the school has been much more supportive since working with him.

David

Parent of Mia, Sydney, Australia

James’s initial free consultation and detailed report were spot on. It gave us clear insights that have helped immensely both at home and at school. The school has since collaborated closely with us, making a real difference for our son.

Rachel

Parent of Ethan, Birmingham, UK

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James - Initial Consultation and School Collaboration

Thanks to James’s free consultation and comprehensive report, we now have a clear plan that works both at home and school. The school’s collaboration has been fantastic.

Fatimah

Parent of Zara, Johor Baru , Malaysia

James’s initial assessment and report were accurate and very helpful. It has improved communication between us and the school, leading to better support for our son.

Amina

Parent of Noah, Dubai, UAE

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With James’s help advocating for my daughter, the school became much more responsive to her autism-related needs. We finally feel heard and supported.

David

Parent of Mia, Sydney, Australia

James’s advocacy made a huge difference in ensuring my son’s needs were understood and met at school. His support helped us navigate the system and secure the right accommodations.

Rachel

Parent of Ethan, Birmingham, UK

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Testimonials

James - Advocacy Support

Thanks to James’s strong advocacy, the school has implemented effective strategies to support my daughter’s learning and wellbeing.

Fatimah

Parent of Zara, Selangor, Malaysia

James’s advocacy was invaluable in helping us communicate our son’s challenges to the school. Thanks to him, Noah now receives the support he needs to thrive.

Amina

Parent of Noah, Dubai, UAE

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